Homeless System Evaluation and Data Collection Specialist
Ms. Hade has more than 22 years of experience in the non-profit and government sectors, specializing in human services, community development, and homelessness solutions. She currently oversees two homeless shelters and serves as the primary staff member addressing homelessness for the City of Loveland, CO. In this role, she manages grant distribution to non-profits and works with both private and public developers to increase housing opportunities for individuals earning at or below 80 percent of the area median income. In 2016, Ms. Hade played a pivotal role in launching Coordinated Entry in Loveland, where she developed a system to assess and house homeless veterans, contributing to Northern Colorado’s efforts to end veteran homelessness. She also conceived a Supportive Housing project, securing a land donation and raising approximately $1.5 million for its development. In addition to operating a standalone day and night shelter, she runs an additional overnight-only shelter. As a Governing Board member of the Continuum of Care, Ms. Hade provides oversight to multiple regional homelessness programs. She also founded Project Homeless Connect and initiated the Point-in-Time Homeless Count in Loveland.
Ms. Hade holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Utah.
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Palm Springs
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Retired Chief Administrative Officer San Diego County
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Salt Lake City Council Meeting
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City of Vista, CA
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